2000 Audi S8 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | S8 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
